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Pursue your passion for all things digital within a unique, supportive like-minded community and learn the skills and ways of working that’ll set you apart when it’s time to take your next steps.

Ready to turn your passion for tech into a brilliant future?

Ada, the National College for Digital Skills is the UK’s Number 1 College for Computer Science. As a student, you’ll dive into real-world projects, gain hands-on experience, and learn directly from industry experts. We’ll help you develop, not just incredible digital skills, but also the creativity, problem-solving, and collaborative spirit that today’s top employers are looking for.

With free laptops, bursaries and travel support for those that need it, we’ll make sure you have everything you need to succeed.

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There’s nowhere else like this; that provides the same opportunities, that brings the same like-minded people together. You’re not going to find anywhere else like Ada.

Daniel Ada Sixth Form Graduate

Sixth Form Events and Admissions

Open Events for Manchester

Thursday, 1 October, 5pm
Tuesday, 17 November, 5pm

See our full list of events

Open Events for London

Tuesday, 13 October, 4-7.30pm
Thursday, 26 November, 4-7.30pm

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Apply for 2027 Entry

Applications for September 2027 are now open!

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Experience Ada

London Sixth Form

Find out what life is like as an Ada student in London, and explore our amazing campus and state-of-the-art facilities.

Manchester Sixth Form

Find out what life is like as an Ada student in Manchester, and explore our incredible Ancoats campus.

Explore our curriculum

Our subjects are designed to reflect the latest needs of the tech industry, so you’ll be fully prepared for whatever comes next…

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Exam results and destinations

100%

Pass rate across all of our A-Level, T Level, and BTEC qualifications.

85%

Of our 2026 graduates secured their first choice of university.

15%

Of our 2026 graduates secured highly competitive apprenticeships

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Ada Skills Programme

Ada’s Skills Programme focuses on developing students’ employability, teamwork, and professional communication through mock interviews, presentation workshops, LinkedIn training, industry mentoring, work placements and real-world challenge projects.

About progression and skills

Industry Projects

For the three days, learners step away from their regular timetables and into small teams to respond to a challenge set by one of our industry partners. The projects are tech focused and culminate in our learners presenting their work to senior leaders from the industry partner.

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Empowering every learner

We give you dedicated guidance throughout your entire journey from application to graduation to support your academic and personal growth.

About learner services

Student voice

Student Voice serves as a platform to enable students to actively contribute their ideas, articulate their interests, and voice their concerns directly to teaching staff and the Senior Leadership Team.

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Term dates

Academic Year 2025- 2026

Terms dates

Case Studies

Follow our sixth form students throughout their journey at Ada, and read about their experiences, takeaways and advice to prospective students.

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Two iconic locations

Ada London Campus

An 8 minutes’ walk from Victoria Station and just a few stops away from other major stations, including King’s Cross St Pancras and Euston.

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Ada Manchester Campus

A 15 minute walk from Manchester Piccadilly, our Manchester campus is in the heart of the Ancoats area.

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  • News4 September 2026

    Launching Our New London Curriculum

    We’re thrilled to announce a major update to our sixth form curriculum at Ada’s London campus! As the tech landscape rapidly evolves, we’re introducing six specialist pathways to compliment the latest developments in the tech industry, designed to bridge the gap between education and digital careers.
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  • News19 August 2026

    Results Day – Individual Highlights

    The future of the tech industry is looking brighter than ever! Have a look at just a few of the outstanding individual results and destinations from our incredible Class of 2026.
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  • News13 August 2026

    Results Day 2026!!!

    We’re celebrating another exceptional year of A Level, BTEC and T Level results, with its graduating cohort securing high-profile industry roles and top-tier higher education places.
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My time at Ada has been great. The learning environment is incredibly inclusive. I’ve had the encouragement from wonderful teachers and I’ve had wonderful industry interactions as well, through industry placements.

Jasmine Ada Sixth Form Student

FAQS

What makes Ada different from other colleges?

Ada focuses entirely on digital, computing, and creative technology careers.

Our courses are designed with leading industry partners like Bank of America, Deloitte and PA Consulting, blending academic learning with real-world tech projects.

What is the Ada Skills Programme?

The Ada Skills Programme develops your employability, teamwork, and communication skills, as well as ensuring a successful progression after Sixth Form.

We organise regular mock interview sessions, presentation skills workshops, training on setting up your LinkedIn profiles and network etc. You’ll also get one to one mentoring from industry professionals and take part in regular industry challenge projects.

Check out more here.

Do I need to own a computer or laptop?

No. Every student receives a free laptop to support their studies throughout Sixth Form.

Where is Ada located?

We have a campus in London, near Victoria Station, and a campus in Manchester in Ancoats.

Both locations are easily accessed by public transport.

How do I apply to Ada?

Simply apply online here.

You’ll complete an application form, attend a Lift-off Day interview and problem-solving task, and, if successful, be invited to join us for taster events before enrolment.

Are the courses free?

Yes, all of our courses are free, as we are a state-funded Further Education college.

We also offer a range of bursaries to support travel and study-related costs. All the relevant information is available on enrolment.